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Highlights of 3 Days of Design 2023 | Hotel Normann

June 26, 2023

Happy Monday everyone! I'm starting the week by sharing another favourite from 3 Days of Design in Copenhagen, and it's an exhibition that's due to remain open for another few months for those who didn't get to visit during the festival. Called 'Hotel Normann', it sees the city-centre HQ of Normann Copenhagen transformed into an immersive showcase that resembles a real-life hotel, and it's . . .

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Minimalism meets traditional crafts at Milan Design Week exhibition ‘Still Life – The Art of Living’

April 27, 2023

Last week was Milan Design Week, which sees brands, designers and retailers from across the world descend on the Italian city for the vast Salone del Mobile trade fair and various other events. I wasn't able to go myself, but I enjoyed soaking up the interiors inspiration from afar - and one of the installations that instantly caught my attention when the press images landed in my inbox was 'Still . . .

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The ‘Vega’ chair – a versatile design classic for today’s home

January 30, 2023

The stackable 'Vega' chair - a versatile Scandinavian design classic for today's multifunctional home | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this is a paid partnership with Carl Hansen & Søn] Back in autumn I travelled to Copenhagen to explore the enduring legacy of Vilhelm Lauritzen, one of Denmark’s most influential architects and a pioneer of Danish Modernism. To celebrate 100 years since he founded his eponymous studio, Carl Hansen & Søn had just put some of the furniture he designed for his iconic . . .

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Exploring the legacy of Vilhelm Lauritzen with Carl Hansen & Søn – plus win a ‘Vega’ chair!

November 3, 2022

Exploring the legacy of Vilhelm Lauritzen with Carl Hansen & Søn | These Four Walls blog

[Advertisement - this post is based on a press trip, but all words and opinions are my own] You might not have heard of Vilhelm Lauritzen but chances are you've come across his work, even if you didn't realise at the time. One of the most significant architects of the mid 20th century, he was a pioneer of Danish modernism and responsible for some of the most iconic buildings in Copenhagen. . . .

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Home tour | A sustainable Catskills cabin with a minimalist interior

October 10, 2022

Home tour - a sustainable Catskills cabin with a minimalist interior | These Four Walls blog

For today's home tour we're taking a trip to the Catskills Mountains in upstate New York, where a gorgeous contemporary cabin showcases minimalist Scandinavian design that's totally in tune with its natural surroundings. It's the perfect weekend escape for Maria Ibañez de Sendadiano and Todd Rouhe of Manhattan firm IdS/R Architecture, who decided to build their own country retreat after 10 years . . .

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Versatile autumn-winter launches from Northern

September 27, 2022

Versatile autumn-winter 2022 launches from Norwegian design brand Northern | These Four Walls blog

Today I'm continuing my look at some of the most inspiring new-season interiors collections by sharing the latest pieces from Norwegian brand Northern. Its simple, streamlined designs combine timeless craftsmanship with innovative touches, and there's always a beautiful array of materials and shapes on display. But what really stands out this time around is the focus on versatility . . .

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Abi Dare | These Four Walls blog

I’m Abi Dare – a stylist, photographer and writer based in Bristol (UK). I set up this blog to share interior design, travel and lifestyle inspiration for simple, relaxed living at home and beyond. You’ll find home tours, advice and tips, interviews, reviews, postcards from places I love and more – always with a focus on soft minimalism, muted colours and timeless, considered design.

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Winner of the ‘Blogger’ category in the Sweetpea & Willow Home Influencer Awards 2023

‘Best Design & Architecture Blog’, UK Blog Awards 2019

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I'm so excited to reveal what @tiffanygrantriley a I'm so excited to reveal what @tiffanygrantriley and I have been working on for the past few months: a new book! 

Called Bring The Outside In, it explores how to harness the wellbeing-enhancing power of biophilic design (design that reconnects you with nature) in your own home. It's packed with clear, practical advice, plus peeks inside 12 beautiful real-life homes that demonstrate biophilic design in action in a wide range of settings, from city apartments to rural farmhouses. 

I feel incredibly proud to have written one book, let alone two, and this one was extra-special for two reasons. Firstly, it's a topic that I've long been fascinated by and one that combines two of my passions, interior design and nature. And secondly, I was lucky enough to work on it with a friend. We had so much fun travelling around Europe capturing the homes featured (some very brief glimpses to whet your appetite here!) and we'll share some behind-the-scenes snippets soon.

Bring The Outside In will be published by @rylandpetersandsmall on 14th October and is available to pre-order now - just follow the link in my bio. 

(The book cover image is the beautiful home of @balanceinteriordesign.)

#interiordesigninspiration #interiordesignbooks #biophilicdesign #interiorsinspo #interiorsinspiration #biophilichomes #biophilichomeinteriordesign
Snaps from a lovely long weekend in leafy Richmond Snaps from a lovely long weekend in leafy Richmond, West London. I've spent many happy times there over the years as one of my closest friends lives there, but she's about to move house. So, Chris and I made the most of our last visit before she relocates - and the weather was certainly kind to us! 

1 & 2.  Richmond riverside and bridge
3 & 4.  Old Palace Yard
5-7.  A boat trip down the Thames with @thamesriverboats 
8-14.  Plants, flowers and the most amazing afternoon tea at @petershamnurseries (an early birthday celebration for @small_round_things)
15.  Petersham Meadows
16 & 17. The view from Richmond Hill
18.  Plane-spotting
19.  How the other half live / fantasy house-shopping

#visitlondon #richmondlondon #visitengland #postcardplaces #londonsummer #letsgosomewhere #darlingescape #theprettycities #bitsofbuildings #littlestoriesofmylife #thisprettyengland #simplemoments
Some photos of the gorgeous @a.__gallery, which I Some photos of the gorgeous @a.__gallery, which I visited on a recent trip to the Netherlands. Isn't it beautiful? Calm, textural and layered, with handmade pieces by an array of independent artists and artisans. 

I've also interviewed Holly, founder of the gallery and interior design studio @avenue.design.studio, on my blog. I've always admired the elegant, timeless spaces she creates, and the way she reflects the architectural context of each setting. I first met her in person last year, when I featured her own home in my book, and I've since worked with her on another exciting project that I can't wait to share soon...

#minimalistinterior #softminimalisminterior #softminimalstyle #neutraldecor #neutralinterior #interiorinspirations #dutchinteriors #simpleinterior #texturalinteriors
A few snaps from the gorgeous @gubiofficial showro A few snaps from the gorgeous @gubiofficial showroom in London, which I visited during @clerkenwelldesignweek earlier this week. I missed the opening event for this last year, so it was great to finally have a look around in person. The light is stunning, as is GUBI's selection of contemporary and classic designs - including the sculptural and futuristic F300 lounge  chair, first designed by Pierre Paulin in the 1960s and recently relaunched. 

Which room or corner is your favourite...?

#minimalistinterior #danishdesign #scandiinterior #scandiinspo #nordicminimalism #scandinaviandecor #softminimalism #interiorsinspo #interiorsinspiration

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